Teachers- What to Bring

To see details about each group, click on the Title or + (plus) sign.

Instrument

  • Your own instrument (except for bass teachers who have arranged rentals in advance)  Pianos are provided.
  • Your own instrument specific equipment such as seat cushions, foot rest, bow, rosin, shoulder rest, rock stop, etc.
  • The newest edition of your specific Suzuki book and any review books for following along during observations
  • a metronome
  • a notebook to all classes


Repertoire

  • Each teacher should review the entire Suzuki repertoire for your specific course. Memory is not required but recommended
  • Teachers in the Teaching Practicum Course bring the recordings you’ve made.


Music stand

Except for pianists, each teacher should bring a music stand (labeled with your name) to the Institute.


Weather

  • Early June is still springtime in the Rockies.
  • Afternoon showers are likely so bring a poncho or umbrella.
  • Nights and early mornings will be very cool – it could snow!!
  • Days are often in the 70-degree range.
  • Be prepared by bringing a warm jacket and long pants. Shorts and t-shirts are often ok for daytime.
  • To be prepared for the high altitude, read this letter about Good Health in the Mountains


If you forget something

  • There is a large grocery store, City Market, and also a SuperWalMart in Avon if you need non musical items when you arrive.
  • Exhibitors in the Vilar Performing Arts Center have Suzuki music and folding music stands if you need to purchase these items while you’re in Beaver Creek.